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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington

Boardwalk Inn
Comfort Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Beachfront | Terrace/patio

Boardwalk Inn

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60)
"Love this place!"
The price is ₹14,132
₹19,376 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Boardwalk Inn
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Room

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (20)
"Really nice hotel!"
The price is ₹10,912
₹12,331 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Oceaneer
View from property

Oceaneer

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"It was on the beach with a nice pool as well."
The price is ₹16,803
₹21,142 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Oceaneer
Front Street Inn
Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Front Street Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (133)
"Super convenient (proximity to shops/dining & parking) and great staff! Rooms very clean & comfortable."
Front Street Inn
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Rooftop bar

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1012)
"Loved the location, the river walk, scenic, walkable to other interesting places. "
The price is ₹12,670
₹14,317 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
ARRIVE Wilmington
Exterior

ARRIVE Wilmington

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (730)
"Great boutique hotel"
The price is ₹13,570
₹16,794 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
ARRIVE Wilmington
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Reception

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Even though we only stayed one night, everything was top notch! Friendly staff, nice rooms and the breakfast was very good!! "
The price is ₹9,447
₹10,675 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Lobby

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (912)
"Clean hotel in great location, "
The price is ₹12,329
₹13,932 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Water Street Retreats
Signature Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Condo 1) | Terrace/patio

Water Street Retreats

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (230)
"It was a great stay overall! There was a letter board that was welcoming us and it was a very cute touch. The parking situation wasn’t the best, but wasn’t too far away."
Water Street Retreats
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1218)
"We enjoyed the ocean view from our room."
The price is ₹12,377
₹13,986 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Banquet hall

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (470)
"Good hotel."
The price is ₹14,302
₹16,162 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (832)
"We enjoyed our stay at Hampton Inn Downtown Wilmington very much."
The price is ₹11,644
₹13,158 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
The Hive
The Hive 103 Bees Knees | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

The Hive

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9)
"Amazing place, we can’t wait to go back!"
The price is ₹15,813
₹27,409 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Hive
Luxe 220
2 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxe 220

3.0 star property
The price is ₹40,710
₹60,606 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Luxe 220
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96)
"Adorable resort style oceanfront hotel. Loved the decor. Would stay again. "
The price is ₹23,263
₹29,987 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1438)
"Excellent beach front property and great staff!"
The price is ₹24,989
₹30,543 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Exterior

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (315)
"Great breakfast, too! "
The price is ₹13,109
₹14,813 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great location, very nice staff."
The price is ₹22,401
₹28,234 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Silver Gull Motel
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Balcony

Silver Gull Motel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"This property is very close to the beach and safe."
The price is ₹22,315
₹25,216 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Silver Gull Motel
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Terrace/patio

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (425)
"My husband and I stayed here for two nights and were very impressed! The hotel was clean and in a nice area. We would stay here again. "
The price is ₹12,752
₹14,409 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wilmington showing interior views, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Wilmington Historic District map

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Wilmington featuring a river or creek
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Riverfront District map

Riverfront District

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

Landfall map

Landfall

While there might not be top attractions in Landfall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.

Wrightsville Sound map

Wrightsville Sound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.

Seagate South map

Seagate South

While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and New Hanover County Arboretum.

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"The only thing I would’ve liked is a frig in the room. "
Tammy 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?

Downtown Wilmington is an historic neighbourhood known for its stunning river views. Make sure that you visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Wilmington?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, ARRIVE Wilmington is the highest ranked property in Downtown Wilmington. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and private gardens. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Best Western Plus Coastline Inn and Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Wilmington?

Expedia has 217 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Wilmington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Wilmington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Wilmington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Wilmington.

What is there to do around this Wilmington neighbourhood?

Downtown Wilmington's sights and attractions like Wilmington Railroad Museum, City Stage Theatre and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College offer insight into the local culture. Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Burgwin-Wright House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Wilmington. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, make sure that you visit other sights such as Battleship North Carolina or Bellamy Mansion Museum.